Temporary Research Assistant-Tillman

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). With more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements, UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs about 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. Enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including a newly established School of Medicine.

• Posting Number: G/R31519P
• Working Title: Temporary Research Assistant – Tillman
• Department: CAES – Tifton Campus
• Employment Type: Employee
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  01/01/2026
• Posting Date: 11/19/2025
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Location: Tifton Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Collects stink bugs and bees at field sites using plant scouting and trapping techniques to monitor population dynamics and diversity of these insects in wildflowers, cotton, and other habitats. Washes collected bees to collect pollen for DNA studies and then pins the bees. Deploys and retrieves stink bug egg masses in various stink bug host plants in these habitats. Maintains wildflower plots by mowing grass, de‑weeding, and watering.

Helps plant wildflowers in field plots. Responsible for general maintenance of vehicles (pumping gas and keeping clean) and field and laboratory tools and equipment.

• Assists with field and lab activities related to monitoring insect populations and maintaining research plots, including collecting specimens, preparing samples, and supporting general plot upkeep. (90% of time)
• Responsible for general maintenance of vehicles and field and laboratory tools and equipment. (10% of time)

• Knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies:
  Able to work independently.
• Physical demands:
  Driving, standing, bending, and able to withstand outdoor elements.
• Willingly drive (required).

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials, employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Glynn Tillman
Recruitment Contact Email: glynn.tillman

FLSA:
Non‑Exempt
Classification

Title:

Temporary Service/Maintenance
FTE: 1.00